Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
To make a classic lemon cake, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (grated)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-Ins and Variations
- For a richer flavor: Add 1/2 teaspoon almond extract or a tablespoon of poppy seeds.
- Add fruits: Incorporate blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries for a fruit-flavored twist.
- Frosting Variations: Consider cream cheese frosting, lemon buttercream, or a simple powdered sugar glaze.
Equipment Needed
Baking Tools
- Mixing bowls: A large bowl for mixing cake batter and a small bowl for whisking dry ingredients.
- Electric mixer: Either a stand mixer or hand mixer will work best for incorporating air into the batter.
- Cake pans: Round cake pans (8-inch or 9-inch) or a rectangular pan.
- Spatula: For folding in the batter and smoothing the frosting.
- Cooling rack: To cool the cake properly after baking.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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